Chilled fresh tomato and basil soup
Refresh your palate with a chilled fresh tomato and basil soup featuring ripe tomatoes, aromatic basil, and a hint of garlic. Perfect for a light, healthy meal! Simple, delicious, and ready in minutes.
- 10 Mar 2025
- Cook time 5 min
- Prep time 10 min
- 4 Servings
- 7 Ingredients
This chilled fresh tomato and basil soup is the perfect recipe for a hot summer day. It's light, refreshing, and packed with the flavors of fresh tomatoes and aromatic basil. Plus, it's super easy to make with just a handful of ingredients. Whether you’re hosting a summer party or looking for a quick and healthy lunch, this recipe will be your new go-to.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Begin by chopping the onion and tomatoes.
- Mince the garlic cloves.
- Wash and measure out the fresh basil leaves.
- Heat the tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5-7 minutes, until the onions are soft and translucent.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
- Add the chopped tomatoes to the pot.
- Pour in the 1/2 cup of water.
- Stir the mixture and bring it to a gentle simmer.
- Allow it to cook for about 10-15 minutes, until the tomatoes become soft and start to break down.
- Remove the pot from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
- Once cooled, transfer the mixture to a blender.
- Add the fresh basil leaves to the blender.
- Blend until smooth. You may need to do this in batches depending on the size of your blender.
- Pour the blended soup back into the pot or a large bowl.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Stir well to ensure the seasoning is evenly distributed.
- Cover the soup and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until thoroughly chilled.
- Once chilled, taste the soup and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve the chilled tomato and basil soup in bowls.
- Garnish with a few fresh basil leaves or a drizzle of olive oil if desired.
Tips:
- For a smoother texture, use a high-speed blender to puree the soup.
- Chill the soup for at least 2 hours before serving to enhance the flavors.
- Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of freshly chopped basil for an extra burst of flavor.
- If you prefer a bit of a kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes during the cooking process.
Voila! Your chilled fresh tomato and basil soup is ready to be savored. It's a simple yet flavorful dish that captures the essence of summer. Serve it with a side of crusty bread or a crisp salad, and you have a meal that’s both delicious and nutritious. Enjoy!
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 270 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 55kcal | 3% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 2.17g | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 11g | 3% |
| Fiber 3.15g | 8% |
| Sugar 7g | 7% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 3.80g | 4% |
| Saturated 0.55g | 2% |
| Cholesterol 0.00mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 88ug | 9% |
| Choline 16mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 0.09mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 0.05mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 1.22mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 0.22mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B9 36ug | 9% |
| Vitamin B12 0.00ug | 0% |
| Vitamin C 30mg | 34% |
| Vitamin E 1.07mg | 7% |
| Vitamin K 20ug | 16% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 33mg | 3% |
| Copper, Cu 0.14mg | 15% |
| Iron, Fe 0.69mg | 6% |
| Magnesium, Mg 27mg | 6% |
| Phosphorus, P 66mg | 5% |
| Potassium, K 540mg | 16% |
| Selenium, Se 0.15ug | 0% |
| Sodium, Na 11mg | 1% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.44mg | 4% |
| Water | |
| Water 250g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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